Welcome to The Prajnopaya Institute of Buddhist Studies

The Prajnopaya Institute of Buddhist Studies is devoted to a non-sectarian and non-denominational approach to Dharma. Students are encouraged to engage in the study of the Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana (Triyana) schools. Prajnopaya also brings together all five schools of Tibetan Buddhism. The Institute continues to grow under the chief patronage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, along with the heads of the other Tibetan Buddhist lineages, and provides a healthy environment for spiritual dialogue. Prajnopaya Institute emphasizes critical study combined with serious practice.

Gift Giving:

Friends of Prajnopaya provide critical support and ensure its ongoing operation and strategic expansion. This will enable the Institute to continue to offer exceptional programs and high-caliber speakers that are unique. These Gifts can be designated to a particular cause of your choice.

Based at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology since 2002, Prajnopaya at MIT provides advanced students, beginners, as well as curious visitors from other traditions with a venue to study Buddhism. We welcome teachers from all schools of Buddhism. Resident and visiting teachers offer regular classes in meditation, Buddhist philosophy, and Buddhist art. We also provide opportunities for individuals to rejuvenate and to recommit to their spiritual growth at our periodic intensive weekend retreats.

Besides bringing together practitioners from many Buddhist traditions, Prajnopaya at MIT is also committed to promoting interfaith discussions between Buddhists and members of other religious traditions of the world.

Please consider giving a gift to support the spiritual, contemplative and active efforts of our Prajnopaya. Prajnopaya Institute of Buddhist Studies is a 501.c.3 entity and all contributions are tax deductible. Your generous gifts will ensure the transmission of Buddhist philosophy in the lives of young and old students all over the world and help them transform for better.